Smallest Cities in Aargau

Top 49 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Aargau

1 Menziken 5,415
2 Villmergen 5,489
3 Untersiggenthal 6,344
4 Muri 6,463
5 Windisch 6,689
6 Reinach 7,845
7 Neuenhof 7,957
8 Unterlunkhofen 8,613
9 Bremgarten 8,613
10 Rudolfstetten 8,613
11 Berikon 8,613
12 Rottenschwil 8,613
13 Besenbüren 8,613
14 Suhr 9,374
15 Hendschiken 10,569
16 Dottikon 10,569
17 Egliswil 10,569
18 Niederlenz 10,569
19 Othmarsingen 10,569
20 Schafisheim 10,569
21 Seon 10,569
22 Staufen 10,569
23 Lenzburg 10,569
24 Rheinfelden 10,733
25 Dietwil 10,857
26 Möhlin 11,042
27 Muhen 11,617
28 Teufenthal 11,617
29 Unterkulm 11,617
30 Gränichen 11,617
31 Oberentfelden 11,617
32 Killwangen 12,587
33 Spreitenbach 12,587
34 Würenlos 12,587
35 Vordemwald 12,876
36 Zofingen 12,876
37 Strengelbach 12,876
38 Brittnau 12,876
39 Aarburg 15,120
40 Oftringen 15,120
41 Rothrist 15,120
42 Brugg 15,234
43 Waltenschwil 16,892
44 Wohlen 16,892
45 Wettingen 21,856
46 Aarau 22,710
47 Küttigen 22,710
48 Obersiggenthal 23,853
49 Baden 23,853

The smallest cities in Aargau (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Menziken has a population of just 5,415. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

  • 1. At 5,415 residents, Menziken is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
  • 2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
  • 3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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